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January 27, 2014


As much as I like colour and bright pattern, there is something in me that tends to keep going back to classic black and white. I love how you can play with the two shades freely to create just about any type of look — from elegant to edgy, from demure to bold. It’s basically fail-proof, making it fun to mix and match even the boldest of patterns. I had originally planned to pair this new addition from J.Crew with brightly coloured trousers, but swapped the bottoms out for a houndstooth skirt last minute to create a slightly more daring, graphic look.



Wearing: J.Crew blouse (on sale!), YesStyle skirt, Aritzia jacket (inside), Mackage leather jacket, 3.1 Phillip Lim pumps, Chanel lipstick in Pirate

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  1. kcomekarolina says

    January 27, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    fantastic outfit!!!

    xoxo from rome
    K.
    kcomekarolina.com

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  2. Annick says

    January 27, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    Gorgeous look! Loving the black and white prints, and the addition of a leather jacket for a bit of edge!

    Bold Subtlety

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  3. Kate says

    January 27, 2014 at 3:26 pm

    I LOVE THIS! I thought it was a dress at first, as the two prints go perfectly together! I love how crisp and vibrant these photos are even though you’re in all black & white! Gorgeous!

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  4. Cassidy Short says

    January 27, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    Such a gorgeous outfit! Love everything, especially the shoes! 🙂

    xoxo
    Cassidy

    http://heartofgoldandglitter.blogspot.com/

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  5. Patrícia Marques says

    January 27, 2014 at 5:09 pm

    It looks unexpectedly gorgeous! B&W is the perfect choice to risk in those patterns!

    <3
    http://zazzish.blogspot.pt/

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  6. Souda says

    January 27, 2014 at 6:33 pm

    By far one of my favourite looks on you as of yet! I love pairing different patterns together. It gives an outfit something pleasing for the eyes and bit of a personal touch. Also might I add I really look your hair styled like this. A bit straighter than usual, it’s different and I love it!

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  7. Monika Faulkner says

    January 27, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    You wear this style of skirt so well, Jen!! And I love the way you layered a black jacket over your white one; I agree that black and white combinations – no matter what they are! – always look great!!

    http://www.StyleIsMyPudding.com

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  8. Lynn says

    January 27, 2014 at 10:26 pm

    Hi Jenn,

    Loving the combination!!
    Your layers have grown in nicely.
    I am in the market for a new hair stylist. If you don’t mind posting..What salon are you going to and who is your stylist?

    Thanks!!

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  9. sharon lei says

    January 28, 2014 at 3:32 am

    Hands down one of my favorite looks of yours, Jen! I can’t wait to get mine! 🙂

    xx Love & Aloha
    http://elisharon.blogspot.com

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  10. Alanna says

    January 28, 2014 at 3:58 am

    Great look!

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  11. MizzJ says

    January 28, 2014 at 5:15 am

    This is such a great look! You’re right, what is it about black and white that always looks so fresh?

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  12. Mai T. says

    January 28, 2014 at 7:49 am

    I think this combination looks confusing to the eyes due to heavy pattern. I think one of them would be nice, but both at the same is too much. I very much love those shoes of yours.

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  13. Haley says

    January 28, 2014 at 6:46 pm

    love the jacket!

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